Scientists launch deep dive into rare bleeding and lung disease

NCT ID NCT00001456

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study aims to learn more about Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome (HPS), a rare inherited disease that causes light skin/eye color, bleeding problems, and often deadly lung scarring. Researchers will follow 600 people with HPS and their family members to track how the disease progresses and collect samples for genetic and lab studies. The goal is to better understand the full range of complications and find clues for future treatments.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this research could reveal the underlying causes of HPS complications, pointing toward potential treatments or management strategies.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly lead to new therapies, and results may take years to translate into clinical practice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

albinism Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome inflammatory bowel disease metabolic disease platelet storage pool deficiency pulmonary fibrosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States